Country music fans across the world are reeling after shocking reports emerged late last night suggesting that Keith Urban was confirmed to be on board a small private jet that went down just outside of Nashville.
According to early sources, the aircraft — en route to a charity event in Tennessee — lost contact with air traffic control only 20 minutes after takeoff. Witnesses near the crash site described a sudden flash in the sky followed by a deafening explosion. Emergency responders arrived within minutes, but officials have yet to release full details on the condition of those aboard.
Urban’s team has not yet issued an official statement, though insiders close to the singer said he was traveling with members of his production crew. His wife, actress Nicole Kidman, is reportedly “devastated” and awaiting confirmation from authorities.
Fans have flooded social media with messages of love and prayer, using the hashtag #PrayForKeithUrban, as the music world anxiously awaits updates.
This is a developing story — updates and official confirmation from investigators and Keith Urban’s representatives are expected to follow soon.